Originally posted by dadudemon
My knowledge of the programs like SNAP says that if they are no longer under the federal poverty level (which has a definition that includes children and dependents so it can change depending on the family), they no longer qualify.Is that not the case?
Because if that is not the case, then my issue with these studies is null. If that is the case, then research like this can hurt the cause, in my opinion. If it turns out that the programs are helping people get out of poverty but also causing people to not report their income properly, then opposition to Welfare programs will take this information and run with it.
Edit - I am more than open to admitting my assumption is horribly and ridiculously wrong. I hope it is.
If we end up getting in another circle of argumentation and you know you're right, just say, "dadudemon, don't worry about it. You're wrong. I'm right." Then I'll drop it. 👆
I am not closely familiar with SNAP, but perhaps it talks about the federal poverty level sans government assistance? I mean that would make sense, otherwise the programs could never help anyone over the poverty level.